1994 Jaguar XJ-Series Consumer Reviews
Fuel Economy
12 - 18 mpg
Recent Consumer Reviews
(14 Total Reviews)
nice all around
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 7 | Fun-to-Drive: | 8 | Build Quality: | 7 |
| Comfort: | 8 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 8 |
| Fuel Economy: | 6 | Exterior Design: | 8 | ||
Vehicle
1994 Jaguar XJ-Series 4 Dr XJ6 Sedan
Review
Pretty, great ride, great value for the money. You can easily get a VERY nice low mileage 94 XJ6 for under $7,000, so why buy a newer, but uninteresting Ford or Saturn when you can have a fun, reliable Jag for less price. Yes, parts and service cost more, but not a lot more. I've had 4 Jags now and the drivetrain systems are usually strong and reliable. With these cars it's typically the electrics or some nit-picky thing that goes bad. Keep it garaged and maintained, buy the latest model you can afford (build quality and reliability for the sedan is best from 1990 and up), and it should return the favor. 1994 was the last year for the more angular, European styling, a personal favorite.
Favorite Features
Looks, a pleasure to drive, drivetrain reliability, comfortable cabin, calming interior and ride (a nice plus these days), and satisfying to glance back at as you leave the car. Also, I can drive for weeks in a sea of Mercedes and BMW's (and the usual Honda and Toyota) and never see another Jag.
Suggested Improvements
1994 model has no glove compartment, and battery is in the trunk which wrecks the sheet metal and stinks the trunk up a bit. Rear leg space is minimal. Some build quality is lacking in the fitting of parts. Cup holders can easily break. Some more easily breakable plastic knobs around the cabin.
8 out 8 people found this review helpful
UNRELIABLE
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 2 | Fun-to-Drive: | 7 | Build Quality: | 7 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 7 | Reliability: | 2 |
| Fuel Economy: | 5 | Exterior Design: | 7 | ||
Vehicle
1994 Jaguar XJ-Series 4 Dr XJ6 Sedan
Review
I recently purchased the 1994 XJ6 3 months ago and already I have had to spend ever $5,000 to fix mechanical problems. Wood trim is cheap and cracks easily.
Favorite Features
Suggested Improvements
1 out 4 people found this review helpful
Fun XJ12
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 9 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 9 |
| Fuel Economy: | 7 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
1994 Jaguar XJ-Series 4 Dr XJ12 Sedan
Review
This car is a true classic high performance luxury sedan. It is very graceful on winding mountain roads and a real joy to drive and own.
Favorite Features
The 6.0L V12 is a big step up from the older 5.3. It has great power everywhere.
Suggested Improvements
5 out 6 people found this review helpful
My First Cool Car
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 8 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 9 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 8 |
| Fuel Economy: | 7 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
1994 Jaguar XJ-Series 4 Dr XJ6 Vanden Plas Sedan
Review
The people at work used to make fun of my 1990 Volvo station wagon which ultimately died last summer. My pal Phil was moving to London, and I bought his Jag from him. It is the (almost) perfect midlife crisis car. The drive is great, and the looks really wow people. A sort of negative is that people will assume you spent an enormous amount of money for te car.
Favorite Features
The exterior is a 10, and the interior is a 10+. The car hums along quietly, and has been pretty reliable, even in this cold winter.
Suggested Improvements
The cup holder in the console will break if you lean on it (and is not very good at holding cups.) The computer is only theoretically useful.
4 out 4 people found this review helpful
Love It
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 9 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 9 |
| Fuel Economy: | 7 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
1994 Jaguar XJ-Series 4 Dr XJ6 Sedan
Review
I bought this car with 75,000 miles on the odometer and in nearly 4 years have put 31,000 miles on (now at 106,000). The ride is excellent, handling very predictable, power adequate, and reliability has been excellent. I have replaced the shocks, tires, battery, and brake pads - regular maintenance stuff. I have done nearly all the work myself and have been very impressed with the engineering. I have had the A/C compressor and expansion valve replaced by an independent service garage.
Favorite Features
Styling, ride comfort, handling.
Suggested Improvements
None.
5 out 5 people found this review helpful
Purrrfect Blackat
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 7 |
| Comfort: | 8 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 7 |
| Fuel Economy: | 7 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
1994 Jaguar XJ-Series 2 Dr XJS Coupe
Review
My Blackat was purchased new in 1994.I only drive stick and this purchase required a special order and a 4 month wait.It was well worth it.As someone who generally turns over new cars every 3-4 years, this car was different. I've had the Blackat for 9 years and I can't bear to part with her. I still get a thrill everytime I look at her. Her beauty is beyond any other car I have ever driven.The Blackat is sporty and elegant at the same time.Truly a rare find and a real classic.One that will never go out of style.My sympathy to anyone who has never had the pleasure of driving one.You've missed out on one of life's greatest sources of enjoyment.
Favorite Features
The 5 speed trans is the best.The sports pack came with Z-rated tires & sexy wheels.How anyone could drive her with an auto trany is beyond me. Sinful! Looking over the long,sleek hood makes me feel like one with the car.
Suggested Improvements
Despite scary stories about Jags,I got my Blackat anyway.I was pleasantly surprised at the reliability.Regular maintenance has kept this Blackat purring.Lately I've had costly repairs. I've been urged to get rid of her since a cat has 9 lives.Not this Blackat, she's mine forever!
5 out 5 people found this review helpful
XJS 4.0 94
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 8 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 9 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 9 |
| Fuel Economy: | 6 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
1994 Jaguar XJ-Series 2 Dr XJS Convertible
Review
Fun and pleasure. But expensive taxes and fuel in Belgium
Favorite Features
Suggested Improvements
3 out 3 people found this review helpful
Wonderful classic British motoring
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 9 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 9 |
| Fuel Economy: | 9 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
1994 Jaguar XJ-Series 4 Dr XJ6 Vanden Plas Sedan
Review
I have always owned Jaguars, and my '94 Vanden Plas (FYI, the "s" is silent)has been one of the best. I've been to Coventry (U.K.) a few times, and what's amazing is that no one has any clue how many man hours go into each Jaguar. The leather and woodwork is still prepared by hand (woodwork alone takes 6 weeks to prepare!). The only time I have to bring my car to the dealer, is for oil changes. What's interesting is that there's so much history behind each Jaguar model. (Try looking up Vanden Plas coachbuilders, you'll be impressed). If your looking for a classic British motorcar with a gorgeous interior and impecable ride, buy a Vanden Plas.
Favorite Features
Beautiful styling, classic British interior and exterior craftsmanship, interior luxury and beauty second only to Rolls Royce, unbeatable ride quality
Suggested Improvements
restricted model and option export to the States (e.g., long-wheel base), value doesn't reflect the car's caliber
4 out 4 people found this review helpful
XJ12
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 8 | Fun-to-Drive: | 8 | Build Quality: | 6 |
| Comfort: | 8 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 6 |
| Fuel Economy: | 6 | Exterior Design: | 8 | ||
Vehicle
1994 Jaguar XJ-Series 4 Dr XJ12 Sedan
Review
Nice, solid car. Yes, it's had some minor service issues. After the waranty ran out(get the extended warranty!), I got sick of going to the dealer and getting raped, so I do all the little maintenance items myself now, including oil changes. Little niggling problems aside, a great car.
Favorite Features
Power. Performance. Luxury.
Suggested Improvements
Better dealer support. It's fend for yourselves out there.
1994 Vanden Plas XJ6
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 7 | Fun-to-Drive: | 8 | Build Quality: | 8 |
| Comfort: | 7 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 8 |
| Fuel Economy: | 4 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
1994 Jaguar XJ-Series 4 Dr XJ6 Vanden Plas Sedan
Review
This is my first Jaguar and so far I'm quite impressed. The ride is smooth and the low seating position makes one feel as though one is riding in a sports car. Very fun to drive lots of get up and go. My previous auto was a 300sd so I'm easily impressed. My mercedes mechanic was a little upset when I told him I purchased this car warning me of costs in repairs that would make the angels weep... But my mercedes wasnt exactly cheap so with my extended warranty of 3yrs or 45k I feel it certainly can't be any worse than the 500 bucks a pop to have the mbz serviced. I'll take my chances thank- you very much
Favorite Features
Interior wood and leather and sense of openess is truly wonderfull. The trays in back are fun conversation piece.
Suggested Improvements
More rear leg room maybe....
1 out 1 people found this review helpful
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